With small wheels and watts of fun, folding electric bikes are an excellent commuter choice.

Folding electric bicycles are sprouting up on city streets, on trains and buses, and in-office buildings and apartment hallways for a good reason. The convenience of a bike that folds down under your desk-but also makes your commute faster and more enjoyable-is hard to beat. As a result, a growing number of ebike companies are racing to design the ultimate commuter machine. Here are a few things to consider if you want an ebike that can handle the worst hill on your way to work, keep up with rush hour traffic, and origami’s down to fit into a trendy bijou apartment easily.